When employees connect, their wellness improves

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In our fast-paced working world where employees may or may not be in the same building, figuring out ways to establish connections is more important than ever — and it’s simpler than we think. 

Employers have an essential role to play in creating and sustaining a caring work culture, from incorporating supportive benefits to practicing empathetic leadership. But day-to-day kindness among coworkers is pivotal to employee wellness, too. In addition to making the work experience more enjoyable, it improves outcomes — 94% of employees surveyed by onboarding platform Enboarder said they are more productive when they feel connected to colleagues.

A small gesture such as sending a card signed by the team can help employees feel like they are cared about as humans and not just for their professional contributions. Want to send more than just a signature? Platforms like handwrytten.com give examples of appropriate messages and can create personalized cards as well. 

“Keep a box of cards as a team — all you have to do is send it around for people to sign or send around a digital card — and get it off to that individual,” says Tugman. 

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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